These exotic birds are only seen rarely in Ireland, but they do tend to turn up, usually in small numbers, almost every year. They breed across much of southern Europe and winter in Africa. With their pink bodies, black-and-white ‘zebra-striped’ wings and flamboyant crests, they are unlikely to be confused with any other bird.
In an effort to keep track of and better understand these beautiful vagrants, we would be most grateful if you would please register your Hoopoe sighting for us at www.birdtrack.net. You can also register sightings of any other birds that you come across.
